Hope Means Nevada (HMN), the community-based non-profit focused on eliminating youth suicide in the state, announces its partnership with the Children’s Advocacy Alliance (CAA). This partnership will enable HMN to access and monitor data CAA collects in its annual Children’s Report Card, which provides insights into factors impacting youth mental health. Since 2000, … [Read more...] about Hope Means Nevada Partners With Children’s Advocacy Alliance to Monitor Youth Mental Health Data
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Brian Hosier Named COO at The Center
Brian Hosier is the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) at The LGBTQ+ Center of Southern Nevada. Hosier will oversee the plans to expand the HIV/STI/STD Testing Clinic to include pharmacy services and comprehensive health care and other organizational responsibilities related to the sustained growth of The Center. A longtime advocate for The Center, Hosier recently served as … [Read more...] about Brian Hosier Named COO at The Center
‘Dine Thru’ at the Center Offers a Free Meal from Jackson Grill
You can ‘Dine Thru’ at The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada for a delicious, restaurant-prepared free meal. The Dine Thru is a monthly event where a local restaurant provides one free meal to registrants. It’s a way for people, some of whom may experience food insecurity, to get great-tasting, restaurant-quality food. Restaurants and menu offerings differ each … [Read more...] about ‘Dine Thru’ at the Center Offers a Free Meal from Jackson Grill
‘Antebellum’ Screens February 18 at The Center During Black History Month
For Black History Month, the Parking Lot of the LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada Will Turn Into a Drive-in for a Screening of the Critically Acclaimed Film “Antebellum.” After the Movie, a Live Stream Panel Discussion on Social and Racial Equity Will Happen on Instagram IG. The February 18 screening of “Antebellum” is in collaboration with the City of Las Vegas – Batteries … [Read more...] about ‘Antebellum’ Screens February 18 at The Center During Black History Month
Special Olympics Nevada to Host 2021 Las Vegas Polar Plunge at Cowabunga Bay
The Fundraiser Will Feature Participants Taking the ‘Plunge’ to Support Special Olympics Nevada’s Health and Sports Programs The 2021 Las Vegas Polar Plunge. SONV is teaming up with Cowabunga Bay Water Park to invite brave residents to take a hop, skip, run, jump, or dive into the chilly waters to support SONV’s health and sports programs. Plunge … [Read more...] about Special Olympics Nevada to Host 2021 Las Vegas Polar Plunge at Cowabunga Bay
Make Friends Fast at Virtual Speed Dating Event
With Valentine's Day right around the corner, a lot of pressure can be put on romantic relationships. What about friendships? They sustain us and are equally as important. Qvolution is reigniting the 18-24 youth group with a virtual Speed Friending event designed for friendship and community. Although the event is virtual, "donut" worry because complimentary treats will be … [Read more...] about Make Friends Fast at Virtual Speed Dating Event
The Center Names New Development Manager and Board Members
The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada (The Center) named Jim McCoy as its new development manager. Formerly the Director of Production at MGM Resorts, McCoy brings incredible enthusiasm and positivity to his new job at a time when The Center is experiencing an increased demand for its services and programming. Patrick Duffy and Tim … [Read more...] about The Center Names New Development Manager and Board Members
Credit One Bank Pledges $1 Million to Best Friends Animal Society
Multiyear commitment by fast-growing financial services company to help support Best Friends’ mission to achieve no-kill at every animal shelter throughout the country Credit One Bank, one of the nation’s fastest-growing issuers of credit cards, has committed to donating $1 million as part of a new partnership with Best Friends Animal Society, a national nonprofit dedicated … [Read more...] about Credit One Bank Pledges $1 Million to Best Friends Animal Society
The Center Honors Bob Forbuss with Weeklong Celebration Starting January 25
The Center will honor the legacy of Robert "Bob" Forbuss with a weeklong celebration of events from January 25 to 29, 2021. Forbuss, who died in 2012, was a native Nevadan, educator, elected official, businessman, activist, and philanthropist devoted to many causes. The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada building bears his name, and a poignant bronze bust adorns … [Read more...] about The Center Honors Bob Forbuss with Weeklong Celebration Starting January 25
Las Vegas Cyclist Memorial Announces LV5 Ghost Bike Unveiling and Memorial at Las Vegas Ballpark January 23, 2021
The Las Vegas Cyclist Memorial (LVCM) announces the LV5 Ghost Bike Unveiling& Memorial at Las Vegas Ball Park’s south lot, Saturday, Jan. 23, from 10 to 11 a.m. The event honors the five local cyclists who lost their lives on December 10, 2020, when they were struck by a truck while on a group ride. The LV5 includes Aksoy Ahmet, 48, Michael Murray, 57, Gerrard Nieva, … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Cyclist Memorial Announces LV5 Ghost Bike Unveiling and Memorial at Las Vegas Ballpark January 23, 2021